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Denny Hamlin claimed pole position for the Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway, outpacing Kyle Larson amid a dramatic qualifying session marked by inspection penalties.
NASCAR is returning to a pure points‑based system for 2026, making every regular‑season position critical. The tight one‑point gap between Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin illustrates how a modest swing can reshape the playoff picture.
The series returns to Illinois after seven years, with a full 38‑car field, live TNT coverage and the In‑Season Challenge underway.
NASCAR’s highly anticipated return to Chicagoland Speedway brings a blend of historic tradition and modern challenges, highlighted by Bubba Wallace’s Space Jam tribute and Christopher Bell’s injury comeback.
Denny Hamlin secured the pole for the eero 400 NASCAR Cup Series race on July 5 at Chicagoland Speedway, edging Kyle Larson by a thousandth of a second. The event will feature a full lineup, three stages, and national coverage on TNT and HBO Max.
After a seven‑year absence, the Cup Series returns to Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, bringing the Next Gen cars to a venue known for its bumpy surface and unique challenges.
NASCAR’s comeback to the Illinois track brings a mix of veteran insight, rookie milestones and pop‑culture flair, while the future of a downtown street course remains uncertain.
The Cup Series returns to Joliet, Illinois, bringing Bubba Wallace’s Space Jam tribute, Carson Hocevar’s milestone start, and Alex Bowman’s comeback attempt.
Denny Hamlin claimed pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a time of 30.296 seconds, beating Kyle Larson by a thousandth of a second. The achievement marks his fourth pole this season and ties a historic record, while his teammates and rivals prepare for an intense upcoming race.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position at Chicagoland Speedway with a 30.296‑second lap, crediting ideal sun conditions. He aims for his fifth victory of the season while leading the points standings, and his co‑ownership of 23XI Racing with Michael Jordan adds extra intrigue. Kyle Larson qualified second, hoping to break a 42‑race winless streak, while RFK Racing’s Chris Buescher and Brad Keselowski will start third and fourth.
The Sunday Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway marks the start of the season's second half, featuring a competitive lineup and a track resurgence after seven years of dormancy.
Denny Hamlin secured pole for the NASCAR Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway, edging out Kyle Larson by just 0.001 seconds and entering the event as the points leader.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series event at Chicagoland Speedway, edging Kyle Larson by just 0.001 seconds. The result propels Hamlin to the championship lead while Tyler Reddick prepares to start 13th.
Denny Hamlin secured pole position with a 30.296‑second lap, edging Kyle Larson by 0.001 seconds. Michael McDowell will start at the rear after a pre‑qualifying inspection failure. The race will feature a full field of teams and drivers, broadcast on TNT and HBO MAX.
Brad Keselowski argues that Toyota's recent success stems from its support of two elite teams, while Denny Hamlin disputes the narrative, citing a business‑driven alliance. The debate highlights shifting power dynamics, financial arrangements, and the impact of recent rule adjustments.
The NASCAR Cup Series will hold its qualifying session for the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway on July 4, featuring Denny Hamlin atop the points, Shane van Gisbergen’s recent Sonoma win, and Corey Heim’s debut after his first Cup victory.
Brad Keselowski argues that Toyota's recent NASCAR success stems not from horsepower but from a culture of collaboration among its top teams, a strategy that has left Ford and Chevrolet trailing.
A new 2025 qualifying metric sets the lineup for Sunday’s 267‑lap race at Chicagoland Speedway, with new non‑chartered entries and a live TNT broadcast.
NASCAR's shift to a standardized chassis has turned team engineering into a collective effort, with Toyota's coordinated program prompting drivers Brad Keselowski and Denny Hamlin to highlight the strategic value of manufacturer partnerships.
Garage 66 has confirmed it will not field a car at Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, marking the second withdrawal in 2026. The move leaves only two non‑chartered entries for the eero 400 and sparks discussion about the team's upcoming driver lineup and race schedule.
Ahead of the eero 400, practice at Chicagoland Speedway revealed a dominant Toyota performance, with Riley Herbst topping the times and a cluster of championship contenders jostling for pole position.
Riley Herbst set the fastest lap at Chicagoland Speedway with a speed of 178.065 mph, while teammate Bubba Wallace finished second. Toyota-powered entries swept six of the top eight positions, and several notable drivers turned strong times before Saturday's qualifying.
Riley Herbst topped the final Cup Series practice at Chicagoland Speedway with a 178.065 mph lap, while Toyota’s six entries filled the top ten and Tyler Reddick led in long‑run speed.
Brad Keselowski and Denny Hamlin disagree on why Toyota has surged to eleven wins this season, but both agree that collaboration defines the modern NASCAR landscape.